Amanda McLeman

Jun 18, 2024 | csemag.com | Amara Rozgus |Amanda McLeman

VRF insightsSurvey responses indicate that variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems are integral to decarbonization strategies and are broadly accepted in the United States, with anticipated future developments in energy efficiency and sustainability enhancements. Despite recent budget constraints affecting system design, there is an expectation of slight increases in client budgets for VRF implementations over the next two years.

Feb 1, 2024 | controleng.com | Mark T. Hoske |Amanda McLeman |Chris Vavra

Learning Objectives Learn how implementing AI in industrial automation has challenges, according to respondents to a Control Engineering and Plant Engineering survey; respondents also offered advice. Understand AI considerations and how to overcome challenges to AI use for industrial automation. Review other areas the AI research covers and methodology.

Jan 3, 2024 | csemag.com | Amara Rozgus |Amanda Pelliccione |Amanda McLeman

Engineering salary survey insights: The average engineering professional is 50 years old, plans to retire in 2040, and worked on approximately 36 total projects last year. Average base salary among engineering professionals has increased 15.4% since 2014, the first year in which Consulting-Specifying Engineer conducted research on compensation, from $99,100 to $114,400. Average nonsalary compensation has also increased by 2.5% since 2014.

Nov 20, 2023 | csemag.com | Amara Rozgus |Amanda McLeman |Amanda Pelliccione

Electrical insights Budgets and overall costs of projects or products specified is the biggest change in electrical and power systems respondents have observed in the past 12 months. Other significant changes include alternative energy/renewable systems, batteries/energy storage and energy efficiency.

Sep 11, 2023 | controleng.com | Amanda McLeman |Chris Vavra

CFE Media and Technology proudly presents the Engineering Leaders Under 40, Class of 2023 — a cohort of 35 exceptional minds, all hailing from the industrial manufacturing, controls, automation and systems integration professions. These pioneers are reshaping the industries of technology and engineering. These remarkable individuals have surpassed boundaries and expanding the boundaries of what’s possible.